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Amper 3 jaar terug het Jesus die mooiste blommetjie vir ons gegee. Jy is gebore met baie

spesiale behoeftes waarop ons nooit voorbereid was nie, maar nog nie een dag was Ouma

ooit spyt dat jy vir ons geskape is nie.

Jy is altyd ‘n plesier en daar is altyd ‘n glimlag op jou gesiggie, maak nie saak hoe moeilik

jou dag of jou terapie was nie. Dit maak nie saak hoeveel funksies Ouma vir jou moet reël

en hoeveel keer Ouma altyd moet vra vir hulp nie, ek sal maan toe en terug gaan vir jou.

Jy is so ‘n groot voorbeeld vir ons almal en Ouma wil so graag alles beter maak vir jou, jou

so gemaklik moontlik maak en al jou ongemak en pyn wegvat. As Ouma in die oggend

opstaan en sommer net wil kla oor alles dan sien ek jou gesiggie en dan besef ek weer

hoe bevoorreg ek is – jy laat my altyd die mooi en die positiewe kant van die lewe sien.

Hiermee wil Ouma jou belowe dat ek sal aanhou werk, aanhou bid, aanhou reël en doen

wat ookal nodig is om vir jou ‘n beter en gemakliker lewe te gee. In gewone woorde kan

Ouma nooit beskryf hoe lief ek jou het en wat ek alles vir jou sal doen en gee nie. Jy is die

beste geskenk ooit en ek is oneindig lief vir jou!

Wees verseker dat jy vir ons baie spesiaal is.

Met baie liefde,

Ouma Carin

EDITOR’S NOTE

I t is the place we star t our day from and it is the place we nestle in once its all done for the day, and everyone has one. HOME SWEET HOME. Our focus of this edition. As a mother of four myself I know that life not always is fair, not always k ind and can be k inda cruel sometimes. However we also know that we would not want to change the life we chose for any thing in the world. And our families , tr ials & tr ibulations form par t of our houses becoming homes.

Also in this edition of Mom’s Notes you’ll f ind interesting ar ticles on ‘Mom as a woman’, we explore the life of a ‘Rugby Wife’ who is expecting. If you ever thought you were alone in this wor ld of being a mom you have to read our psychometr is t ’s view on being a mother.

We are also introducing our exciting new ser ies of ar ticles featur ing local ‘Mompreneurs’, our f ir s t features our very own team captain, Alison Blair.

A big thank you to RW and Mar lie Kember for the time and laughs we shared whils t tell ing us about life in profesional spor t and Eunice Nieuwenhuis for the photoshoot .

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“LOVE BEGINS BY TAKING CARE OF THE CLOSEST ONES, THE ONES AT HOME.” - MOTHER TERESA.

There's a very old song called "A House is Not a Home". It goes on to say "...when there's no one there..." Simply put, I believe the artist means that a house is just a structure, but a home is where your family, your love, your memories are, where strong relationships are created and bonds with your children develop.

Parents, home is the single most important place for our children to feel loved and accepted. We must embrace our children with love and acceptance for being exactly who they are. Home is the first place our children learn about being accepted and accepting others. Parents have the privileged responsibility to create a nurturing environment where each child feels wholly valued, safe and loved. A consistent structure is really the key ingredient in promoting a positive,

healthy lifestyle for children. Kids feel safe and secure when they have structure, as knowing what to expect on a regular basis is calming. Part of creating a positive home environment is creating a routine that your kids can count on, showing love and affection and making sure your kids feel that home is a place of happiness.

Step 1: Eliminate clutter and make use of your space in a constructive manner. Clutter and disorganization in your home and life can cause you to feel stress. When you feel stress, it can cause your kids to feel stress as well. By ridding yourself of clutter and organizing your home so that it is functional and inviting, you can eliminate some of your own stress and create a positive environment for your entire family.

Step 2: Generate a schedule that works for your family. Kids feel comfortable with routine and that helps them gain confidence and self-

esteem. Make sure that most days follow the same pattern. That pattern does not have to be the same as anyone else’s. Create a routine that your kids can count on, from waking up to doing chores to getting ready for bed.

Step 3: Set rules and limits, and let your children know what you expect of them. While your kids will undoubtedly attempt to test their limits as well as your patience, rules, expectations and consequences for misbehaviour help make a positive home environment. When your kids know that they can expect to lose a privilege or go to time-out when they misbehave, it’s a positive reminder that they are loved and cared for.

Step 4: Make time for family and affection. A positive home environment is one in which families spend time together, whether you play a game, watch a family movie together or just sit down and eat a meal as a family

while discussing your day. Give lots of hugs and show affection. Tell your kids you love them and make sure they know that even when they misbehave they are loved. “When it comes to developing character strength, inner security and unique personal and interpersonal talents and skills in a child, no institution can or ever will compare with, or effectively substitute for the home’s potential for positive influence.”StephanCovey

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RW en Marlie se lewens het weer ‘n nuwe wending in Julie aangeneem. Die keer met die geboorte van Ninke (wat ‘suiwer’ in Grieks beteken). Daar is nie ‘n meer perfekte plek as in die Laeveld vir RW en Marlie om met ‘n gesin te begin nie.

RW en Marlie se lewens het weer ‘n nuwe wending in Julie aangeneem. Die keer met die geboorte van Ninke (wat ‘suiwer’ in Grieks beteken). Daar is nie ‘n meer perfekte plek as in die Laeveld vir RW en Marlie om met ‘n gesin te begin nie.

Mense sê daar is iets in die water van die Laeveld. Wanneer jy eers hier ‘n slukkie geneem het is dit asof jy dadelik wortel skiet. Ankers aanslaan. Maar as die ‘anker’ in jou lewe vir jou sê, “ek gaan jou mis” (as jy weer daaraan dink om te verhuis) dan moet jy weet daar steek dalk waarheid in die storie.

‘n Loopbaan as ‘n professionele rugbyspeler in Suid Afrika kan jou oral in die wêreld neem. ‘n Besluit wat mens nie ligtelik neem wanneer jou vrou ook aan haar loopbaan werk nie. Opweeg, balanseer, besluit. Maar wanneer julle mekaar diep in die oë kyk en besef die smaak van hierdie water is vir beide palette gepas, dan is dit wanneer jy vastrap en aan die volgende hoofstuk in jou huwelik werk.

Nie net het die liefde destyds in Port Elizabeth begin blom nie maar ook RW se rugby loopbaan (eers by die Oostelike Provinsie (Olifante), later die Leeus in Johannesburg, die Luiperde in Potchefstroom en daarna by die Pumas in Witbank). Marlie kon gelukkig as onderwyser elke keer by ‘n nuwe skool ook haar loopbaan voortsit en soms was die pak van bokse makliker as ander kere.

So was dit weer die geval toe die Unie besluit het om sak en pak van Witbank na Nelspruit te skuif en die Kembers ook daardie skuif mee gemaak het. Hy kon met sy rugby voortgaan en sy het by Curro Nelspruit as Graad R onderwyser aangesluit. Marlie vertel hoe maklik sy hier ingeskakel het.

Sy geniet haar werk, kollegas en die kinders, en wil vir die eerste keer in ‘n lang tyd nie dink aan die volgende kontrak, volgende skool, of ‘n ander provinsie nie. “Ek gaan jou mis”, herhaal sy (in ‘n grappie).

Die keer was dit anders. Die keer het dit ‘reg’ gevoel. Die keer het hulle dadelik begin tuis voel. Vinnig saam met die spelers (en vrouens) by die gemeenskap ingeskakel en wanneer hulle nou terug kyk, voel die ‘hopie’ wat destyds soos ‘n ‘berg’ voor hulle gestaan het soos net nog ‘n ‘heuwel’ wat die twee saam kon verower. Intussen het nog ‘n ‘heuweltjie’ sy opwagting gemaak.

RW (Reginald Walter) onthou nog hoe hy as kranige muurbalspeler in Port Alfred groot geword het, rugby op laerskool met een van die spanmaats se kwaai-graad-drie-onderwyser-afrigter-pa’s wat dinge soos deursettings vermoë en dissipline in hulle gewaarmerk het (al was dit soms met die agterkant van die fluitjie). Hy het in Uitenhage op tegniese skool homself vir die toekoms as losvoorspeler voorberei en vandag speel hy al vir 10 jaar voltyds rugby. Met die suksesse van die 2013 seisoen wat die Steval Pumas terug in die Curriebeker gebring het praat hulle nie meer van ‘n ‘klein’ Unie nie. Die span wil Superrugby speel.

RW vra gereeld van sy mede spelers om te kom help afrig by laerskool rugby. Die jong mannetjies kyk op na die Puma spelers en absorbeer elke stukkie raad, advies en afrigting.

Maandagmiddag kom hulle trots by die oefening aangehardloop om te vertel van die naweek se duikslae wat hulle speel-speel op maats toegepas het.

Dit laat ‘n mens goed voel, sê hy. Wat hulle byvoorbeeld in die oefenweek by die Springbokke geleer het (onlangs net voor die toets teen Wallis in Nelspruit) kon hulle aan die jong kannetjies die volgende week oordra. Die rammetjies word vroeg al in die strukture wat by die Pumas reeds in plek is, geskool, en op hulle manier is dit ‘n bydrae aan die onderbou en die toekoms van rugby in die Provinsie.

Maar wat as daar ‘n ‘Springboktrui’ vorentoe met sy naam daarop staan?

Hy antwoord dit baie diplomaties. Rugby is ‘n loopbaan (hy verwys grappenderwys na die ‘mid-life crisis’ wat rugbyspelers op ouderdom 32/33 tref), en jy moet altyd besef dat hierdie mat binne ‘n oogwink onder jou voete uitgetrek kan word (met beserings of selfs ‘n nuwe talentvolle

speler) en daarom moet jy speel asof dit jou laaste wedstryd is. Hier is nie plek vir gemaksones nie, sê hy. Jy neem daagliks besluite wat jou toekoms en jou vrou se toekoms affekteer. Marlie, is minder diplomaties: “as jy daaraan dink om te skuif, gaan ek jou mis” (weer net ‘n grappie).

Daar hang ‘n groot opgewonde ‘Welkom Tuis’ bordjie in die lug. Dis asof die wolke dit uitspel. Dit is nie net die suiwer water van ‘n plek wat jou anker nie. RW en Marlie se lewens het weer ‘n nuwe wending in Julie aangeneem. Die keer met die geboorte van Ninke (wat ‘suiwer’ in Grieks beteken). Daar is nie ‘n meer perfekte plek as in die Laeveld vir RW en Marlie om met ‘n gesin te begin nie. Selfs Ouma en Oupa kom nou meer hier kuier as wat hulle daar gaan kuier, vertel Marlie.

‘n Mens kan sien die water is geproe, die wortel is geskiet en die Kembers gaan nog vir ‘n wyle hier vertoef (veral as dit van Marlie afhang).

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Dit is die middel van die dag in die middel van die maand, in die middel van die jaar, in die middel van my lewe.

Miskien 'n goeie tyd vir retrospek. Miskien nie.

'n Mens wil altyd eers terugkyk wanneer jy reeds sukses behaal het. Ek is nie waar ek beplan het om te wees nie. My mylpale is steeds 'n entjie voor my en die tweede helfte van my lewe het reeds begin. Ek besef ek het opvang om te doen.

Dit is in die koue wintermaande wanneer ek die woord 'hiberneer' meer as een maal hoor. Dit is in die tyd wanneer diere genoeg reserwes bymekaar maak en in warm nessies in te kruip. Ek leer graag lesse uit moedernatuur. Sy is al vir meer jare as ek hier. Het al meer rampe, terugslae en moeilike tye deurgemaak. Haar geduld was al meer as myne beproef. Tog bly sy gaaf, ontvanklik en vriendelik. Dit is ook sy wat nog altyd daar was. Die wet van die natuur.

Vandag het ek vir my 'n klipkoppie opgesoek. In die warm oggend sonnetjie tuur ek oor die dorp, die tuine en die rivierstroompie hieronder uit. Ander het ook al hier gestaan.

Ek het nie nodig om te vlug net omdat daar gevaar in die lug hang nie. Ek het nie nodig om ander weivelde op te soek wanneer my gras yler word nie. Hier waar alles aan my bekend is. Hier waar die ander diere my ken en aanvaar. Hier waar

my familie is. Hier waar ek groot geword het. Hier waar ek van die veld geleer het. Hier waar ek nog soveel wil beleef. Hier waar ek wil terugploeg.

Die 'maanskyn en rose' was al hier, maar die 'gras het ook al groener aan die ander kant' gelyk. Die keuses waarmee ons elke dag gekonfronteer word. Veral in die moeilike tye. Wanneer jy finansieël gedruk word en jy jou besoldiging elders, uit nood wil gaan soek, vergeet jy so maklik van die onderbou, die struktuur wat jy alreeds het en die verhoudings wat reeds gesmee is. Verhoudings wat sterk genoeg staan om aanslae te absorbeer. Verhoudings is so belangrik vir die voortbestaan van 'n generasie. Ons is almal groot visse in ons eie dammetjies, dis net die grote van die dam wat verskil.

Wanneer ons die wêreld verken, vasgevang in die daaglikse gejaag na wind en selfs die bitter gras gaan proe net om groter, vinniger en beter te wees, verloor ons ons etiek. Ons menswees. Ons lewenslus. Etiket waai by die deur uit en ons word net nog 'n vissie in die groter dammetjie. Dit is iets waarmee jy nie in jou eie dam kan wegkom nie. Hier het jy nodig om te groet. Hier het jy nodig om eers te hoor hoe dit gaan. Hier wil hulle hê jy moet jou tyd vat. In jou eie dam word jy vir jou aangesien en nie vir wat jy kan beteken nie.

Waarom wil ons altyd die wêreld verower?

die opvoeding en beveiliging, en in my laaste twintig jaar maak ek gereed vir die langtermyn hiberneer. In al die fases van my lewe is daar een rots wat my telkemale op die grond hou en nie in die lug laat hang nie. 'n Bordjie by die deur van die ingang wat sê: 'HOME SWEET HOME'

Dit is die portaal van my wegspring, elke dag wanneer ek die wêreld aandurf, maar ook die veilige hawe waar na ek vanaand weer terugkeer. Wanneer ek vér oor die see sit en na die blou hemel op kyk, is daai bordjie die plek waarna ek verlang. By die kerk leer my kinders van die bordjie en selfs my kat weet ook waar dit staan. Dit is die plek waar my liggaam en siel gevoed word en die plek waar ek my moedernatuur ontmoet.

Terwyl ek van die kliprandjie afstap besef ek dat ek nie nodig het om die sprong te neem nie. Ek besef die waarde van wat ek hier het en dat dit okay is om hier te bly.

Dis net woorde, maar my wêreld draai daarom. My HOME SWEET HOME.

ROBIN'S NESTDis byna soos 'n spel. 'n Skaakspel. Jou volgende skuif beïnvloed iemand anders se volgende strategie.

In die eerste twintig jaar van my lewe was ek veilig, onderdak, by die wat my gebaar en opgevoed het. Die volgende twintig jaar kon ek my vlerke sprei, die wêreld verken, verower, na-jaag en selfs voortplant. In my tweede-laaste twintig jaar verskaf ek

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The implementation of the Act allows for a consumer to apply for debt review in terms of The National Credit Act. The Act in short is to promote social and economic welfare for all South Africans, a responsible, efficient, effective and accessible credit market and it is also to promote equity in the credit market.

What is the next step and how is the Act implemented?

STEP 1Schedule an appointment with our Registered Debt Counsellor. Couples married in Community of Property are required to jointly register and both need to sign the application. STEP 2An assessment will be made to determine if you are over-indebted, and to assess to what extent. This assessment, and whatever decisions emerge, will be derived from the information furnished to us. STEP 3You will complete and sign an application form for Debt Counselling, whereupon we will make immediate application for Debt Restructuring on your behalf.

HOW MUCH DEBT IS TOO MUCH AND WHAT SHOULD YOU DO WITH IT?

STEP 4Notification of your application will be submitted to all Credit Providers, the National Credit Regulator as well as Credit Bureaus. • All outstanding balances will have to be

verified with Creditors. • No additional applications for new credit is

permissible whilst under Debt Review. STEP 5A debt repayment plan will be discussed, thereafter a formal proposal will be sent to Creditors, as well as to a Payment Distribution Agency (PDA). Your Debt Review Application will also be referred to the Magistrate’s Court.

Our fundamental aim is to strive towards the Creditors agreeing to and accepting the re-structured terms. However, Creditors are not obliged to accept our settlement offer in which case our Debt Counsellor will submit the proposal to the Magistrates Court, thereby requesting an Order of the Court to enforce the restructuring. STEP 6The Debt Counsellor completes all administrative requirements, in compliance with the agreed re-payment structure. STEP 7A Clearance Certificate will be issued once all Debt Obligations are settled as per the Granted Court Order. The Debtor’s name will be cleared from the Credit Bureau listings.

Essential Benefits of Debt Counselling:Debt Solutions will strive towards creating affordable solutions, in the form of a planned and budgeted repayment strategy. The repayment strategy will be formulated to enable the Debtor to still maintain essential family cost-of-living and other necessary day-to-day expenses.


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slowly. If it is left too long it could end up clogging the drain completely.

Another common plumbing problem that many people are familiar with is a running toilet. There are various things that can be causing the toilet to run but they are easy to fix. The first step is to figure out what is the cause of the running toilet. Once you know which of the working parts of the toilet is causing the problem you can replace it or repair it and stop the running water.

PROBLEMS WITH LIGHT BULBS AND FIXTURES:Light bulbs are burning out at a high rate. There can be various reasons for this, depending especially on how widespread the problem is in your home and whether the bulbs you buy are ideal for your situation. Some lights are flickering or blinking.

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Sliding gates tend to get these obstructions in or around the gate track, but a simple garden broom will do the trick in removing them.

“When we enter our homes, we want to get the feeling of “Ah, Home Sweet Home….” It is sometimes the most common and smallest problems that can cause the biggest headaches and can turn “Home Sweet Home” into “Nightmare on Elm Street”


Purpose, meaning, we strive to either attain or derive it. Society dictates that every one of us should at a certain stage have reached the point in our lives where we can look back and recognize that “aha” moment.

The great writer philosopher, Mark Twain said that there are two important days in your life namely the day you were born and the day you find out why. We are all supposed to have these in our lives - about our lives.

But do we? Really..?

The more society demands, the more you are inclined to push harder. “I have to do better, try harder and achieve more”. You are expected to be the “perfect” wife. Composed and gracious at all times – the trophy on the arm of your successful man. You are expected to be the “perfect” mother who handles her kids with love.

You also have a career in order to provide for your family and in-between this you have to have enough balance to still take care of yourself.One day you wake up and realise that THE BIG DREAM you had about what you would achieve in your life is destined to be just that. You adjust your dream and justify your failures just enough so that you can carry on with the daily demands being placed on you. In the mean time – life happens.

You are getting older with nothing much to show for it but an average career, a marriage where sentences are left uncompleted , kids that are ill disciplined due to your attempts to overcompensate for your lack of time spend with them, and a body that badly disgusts you because of serious neglect. Just fake it til you make it, you keep telling yourself.

And so we carry on - unhappy, unsatisfied trying keep smiling so that everything appears to be OK. BUT, does it really have to be like this? History has given us examples of people who achieved great things in life without having half of what we are complaining about – Mother Theresa, Mahatma Ghandi, Victor Frankl and Nelson Mandela. Both Ghandi and Mandela spent many years in prison with all their luxuries taken away, even the essentials of what most of us consider detrimental to survival was taken from them.

Victor Frankl –one of the great minds in Psychology, was taken prisoner as a Jew in the Nazi concentration camps. Whilst in prison he famously said, “they can take everything from me, but they will not take my dignity”. He discovered that man can survive almost anything if he has a purpose to live for.

To bring it back to everyday life – we need to re-look at all those annoying balls we are juggling daily. The system we are fighting against for survival and really look and see, what is important and what we can let go of.

Re-evaluate our priorities. We often base our happiness on acquiring possessions. “If I drive that BMW I will be happy… If I live in the ultra luxurious home, I will be happy….”and so we keep on setting unrealistic goals and monetary value to our happiness. If you are involved in a life threatening event, and you get the opportunity to plead for survival, what would you say? “Please spare my life, because I need to drive that BMW”.

We need to click on our own “refresh “buttons and look with fresh eyes and cleansed souls at every tiny detail of our life. We need to experience nature and beauty like a child and really appreciate it. We need to live in the moment, taking nothing for granted, living each day as if it were our last.

Happiness is not really that complicated – happiness is an internally generated process, a process that takes conscious thought and effort. Work at it – you will achieve it!

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Alison Blair, is placed somewhere between corporate go-getter and loving mother, she is also known for her successes in the local marketing field with products such as the Red Aloe Awards and the Mark’it Expo for Nelspruit professionals looking to promote their business.

She has leveraged her strengths into that of employer, business owner, marketer and more recently publisher with the launch of the very successful Mom’s Notes magazine. She captains the creative think-engine TwoRedPens from where the magazine is published.

Alison graduated with a Bcom degree in Business Management and Marketing and then joined the Mopani Pharmacy group as Marketing Manager in 2005. Under her guidance the group reaped the benefits of the launch of a loyalty card in 2008 that still forms the backbone of its marketing strategy today.

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She currently lives in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, and although she takes the city’s business world by storm, she has a soft spot for family.

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1. Absolve yourself of “mommy guilt.” Easier said than done, I know. Remember that you are doing the best you can. A desire for a career does not make you a bad mother, nor does a desire for work/life balance make you a bad employee.

2. Accept that there will be good and bad days. Lean on your support group when you need it, that’s what they are there for. Remember to be there when a friend or family member needs you as well. Receiving support in a small way can make a huge difference to your day and vice versa.

3. As Mom’s we instinctively place ourselves last on the ‘taking care’ list. We all know that this is tipping the balance in the wrong direction, but once we’re on that rollercoaster, how do you manage to squeeze in some ‘me’ time? When I do manage to ‘selfishly’ take some time out for myself, I come back to the office with fresh new ideas and energy to implement them. I am also able to spend more time with my son as I had been more productive during work. So give yourself a ‘time-out’ and reap the benefits later, you won’t regret it.

4. I constantly feel guilty for not getting my daily quota of veggies in. The only way I get that right is to - while packing my son’s school lunch - pack one for myself. I love raw veggies, so I chop some up and keep them with me during the day so when I need to snack I have the healthy option readily available.

5. Avoid starting your day on a frazzled note by getting organized the night before. Look over your children’s activities and pack the necessary sport kit and school books needed. Also have a look at your workday and mentally prepare for any meetings and things you need to get done. You can take this one step further and spend 15 minutes each Sunday reviewing the week’s schedule to avoid any surprise changes.

6. Find quality childcare. Start by creating a list of criteria that are important to you and your family and then schedule time to interview qualified childcare providers or to tour local pre-schools or crèches. Let your child spend time in your home with your top candidates, this “play-date” allows you to evaluate how the nanny interacts with your child in a less formal setting.

7. Avoid multitasking while you are spending time with your children. These intuitive little buggers can sense that your attention is divided, and they will try to gain back your full attention in less than appealing ways! Focus on quality rather than quantity, especially when you are juggling work at the same time.

8. Quality time with your family should be planned during the week, weekends and at least one longer holiday per year (if possible). Your children will have something to look forward to and ‘forgive’ the time you are spending at work.

9. Smartphones, can be a pain but I cannot function without mine. Having access to emails that can be checked and dealt with while you’re standing in a queue or waiting for someone is a time saving blessing.

10. Be proactive and creative at work. Many supervisors or employees are open to considering creative solutions (with regards to time etc.) when they are presented to them, but will not be so conscious as to offer them unasked.

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Charity starts at home – and so does the beginnings of a healthy lifestyle. Involve the kids and alleviate the dependency on a public school system for education around health and wellness while at the same time spending quality time with them.

Gone are the days of the stereotypical stay-at-home mom, looking after the kids, doing homework and somehow managing to cook the food, sew up those socks and make sure the grocery cupboard stays stocked. Modern moms have careers to tend that steals personal “me time” from the mix.

Living in a high paced environment makes socializing challenging if not impossible to manage. This means health often takes the backseat. But it need not be this way. There are many ways in which you can adjust your daily activities ever so slightly and reap great rewards.

MAKE EXERCISE A LIFESTYLE

So how can small equate to wow?

While it may ring true that mom is just always there, catering to the family’s every need, she does need some time to spend on herself. For general health we need at least half an hour of moderate intensity physical activity for five or more days of the week. Let’s be conservative and call that 30min an hour, which will only take up 3% of your day.

There are another 8 hours of sleep which take 24%, that leaves us with 73% to do our daily activities (that’s quite a lot whereby to get things done). If time does not allow you to join a health club or a gym, take charge in another way and adjust your activities at home.

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STANDING IS BETTER THAN SITTING. Get into the shower instead of the bathtub. By standing and washing yourself you will get better balance, coordination and awareness (wet and slippery floor) and use much more effort than sitting in the bathtub and rinse with your own dirty water.

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DISCONNECT TO RECONNECT Disconnect the electric gate. Get out of the car and push open the gate. Carry the groceries yourself and get off the couch and ask the rest of the family if you can make them coffee and stop giving orders. Use the stairs and not the elevator.

By changing little things in our daily lifestyle we can make a difference in our fitness and health. Start doing these things and then as you progress you will see that the motivation to join a fitness facility will come by itself. One of the world leading fitness guru Arnold Schwarzenegger ones said “Never blame the equipment”.

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METODE:1. Sif die meel en kremetart drie keer saam.2. Rasper die botter by en vryf in.3. Meng die room, eiergeel, suurlemoensap en brandewyn en klits effens tot skuim.4. Gooi hierdie mengsel oor die meelmengsel en meng liggies.5. Alles moet yskoud wees.6. Voer tertborde of panne hiermee uit.

VULSEL:6 koppies SPAR melk (250 ml x 6)Kook die melk saam met stukkies lemoenskil en pypkaneel.Meng tesame: 1 koppie meel, gesif, ½ koppie mielieblom, 1½ k SPAR suiker en 1 koppie SPAR melk.

METODE:1. Verwyder die skil en pypkaneel uit

die kookmelk.2. Roer die meelmengsel in en laat kook tot gaar.3. Klits 8 eiergele aangemaak met ‘n bietjie van die warm melktertpap en roer in asook 1 hoogvol e botter en knypie sout.4. Klits die eierwitte goed, maar nie droog nie en vou in vulsel.5. Skep in die panne met die kors en bak 5 minute vinnig in ‘n warm oond van 200°C (400°F)6. Verminder hitte na 180°C (350°F) en bak nog 10 minute.

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METODE:1. Stel oond op 180°C (350°F).2. Kook melk, suiker, sout en sago totdat sago deurskynend is.3. Laat effens afkoel.4. Roer botter by.5. Voeg effens geklitste eiergele en geursel by.6. Skep in gesmeerde vuurvaste bakskottel.7. Smeer appelkooskonfyt bo-oor.8. Klits eierwitte styf met 6 eetlepels suiker.9. Skep bo-op konfyt en bak tot ligbruin.

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Appetite and hunger can vary considerably for kids.Toddlers have changeable appetites. Growth spurts and changing activity levels during the day can result in a large appetite for a while, followed by small and picky eating soon after.

The evening meal may cause the most concern, when children may be tired or not hungry. Restricted diets are not recommended for children, as they may limit the energy and nutrients needed for healthy growth and development

Be a role model for your child. If you eat well, they may copy you.

HEALTHY SNACKSSnacks between meals are an important part of the day for children, so keep these as healthy, nutritious and as interesting as possible.

SUGGESTIONS INCLUDE: • Fresh and dried fruits &

nuts • Whole wheat crackers with

cheese, peanut butter or hummus

• Yoghurt (this can be frozen instead of ice cream)

CHILDREN AND HEALTHY EATING

• Raisin bread, fruit loaf or toasted English muffins

• Marie or digestive biscuits, scones or buns

• Dip and biscuits or vegetable

• Salty popcorn varieties

GLYCAEMIC INDEXWhat are carbohydrates?Carbohydrates are natural substances that we need to ‘get up and go’. Carbohydrates are the only fuel that the brain and body cells can use, and the main source of energy for our muscles.

We get our carbohydrates from starchy foods like bread, pasta, rice, cereals, biscuits and potato. Sugars; such as table sugar or the natural sugars in fruit, milk and yoghurt. No matter what your carbohydrate source is, your body will use it for energy.

Any parent knows that too much added sugar in their child’s diet is not good for them. Too much refined starch in their diets is just as harmful, yet it often slips under the radar.

WHAT IS GLYCAEMIC INDEX (GI)?When we eat carbohydrates, our digestive system breaks them down into glucose. The glucose then travels in our blood to the cells of our body. Our cells use this glucose to produce energy.Different carbohydrates are turned into glucose at different rates. This means that different carbohydrates cause blood glucose levels to go up and down at different rates.

The glycaemic index (GI) ranks foods on a scale from 0-100, based on what effect the food has on blood glucose levels:• Foods with a high GI (70-

100) cause a large and fast rise and fall in blood glucose.

• Foods with a low GI (0-55) cause a more steady and long-lasting rise and fall in blood glucose levels.

High-GI foods are useful for a quick energy boost. Low-GI foods are broken down slowly for steady, long-lasting energy. Including more low-GI foods than high-GI foods throughout the day will help keep your child’s energy levels steady.

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improve concentration levels at school and performance during sport

• the feeling of being full for longer, which can help with weight control

• a higher number of essential fatty acids in the blood.

USING GI TO CREATE A HEALTHY FAMILY DIETMaking healthy food choices isn’t just about considering the GI value; healthy eating also includes plenty of low-fat foods and vegetables, salads, high-fibre foods and good quality lean protein sources such as lean beef, chicken and fish.

WHEN TO EAT YOUR CARBOHYDRATES The ideal is to eat three regular meals (and possibly snacks), with an even spread of carbohydrates throughout the day. This will lead to more even blood glucose levels and provide fairly steady energy levels.

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MOM'S DRIVING SAFE

I-PLEDGE ~ TO MAKE SURE MY CHILD IS ALWAYS RESTRAINED IN THE CORRECT SEAT BELT BECAUSE...

Adult seat belts are not designed for children as they don't sit across the right parts of the body. If a child isn't in the right booster or car seat, they can be injured by the seat belt in an accident.

The law says that children under 3 are not allowed to travel anywhere in a car without an appropriate child restraint – usually a baby or child car seat. This is also very good safety advice.

Trying to hold a small baby in an accident at 50km/h would be like trying to lift 8 bags of cement at the same time.

Safety reminders – how to stop children from being hurt in and around cars.

A child can legally travel in the front of the car but it’s always safest for them to travel in the back if possible.

Most accidents happen in short journeys close to home so make sure car seats are easy to fit – If it’s hard to fit then it may be tempting not to use it on shorter journeys.

Try a car seat before you buy it, fix the restraint into the car as tightly as you can and check that it doesn’t move to the front or side and make sure the

seat buckle doesn’t rest on the frame of the child seat. If you are having problems with your car seat you can try a different position in the car. If your partner, friend or a grandparent takes your child in their car, make sure that they are using the right seat and that they put your child in it properly on every journey. If you give them your seat when you drop off your child, be sure that it fits their car and they know how to use it.

MOM'S DRIVING SAFE

I-PLEDGE ~ TO MAKE SURE MY CHILD IS ALWAYS RESTRAINED IN THE CORRECT SEAT BELT BECAUSE...

Adult seat belts are not designed for children as they don't sit across the right parts of the body. If a child isn't in the right booster or car seat, they can be injured by the seat belt in an accident.

The law says that children under 3 are not allowed to travel anywhere in a car without an appropriate child restraint – usually a baby or child car seat. This is also very good safety advice.

Trying to hold a small baby in an accident at 50km/h would be like trying to lift 8 bags of cement at the same time.

Safety reminders – how to stop children from being hurt in and around cars.

A child can legally travel in the front of the car but it’s always safest for them to travel in the back if possible.

Most accidents happen in short journeys close to home so make sure car seats are easy to fit – If it’s hard to fit then it may be tempting not to use it on shorter journeys.

Try a car seat before you buy it, fix the restraint into the car as tightly as you can and check that it doesn’t move to the front or side and make sure the

seat buckle doesn’t rest on the frame of the child seat. If you are having problems with your car seat you can try a different position in the car. If your partner, friend or a grandparent takes your child in their car, make sure that they are using the right seat and that they put your child in it properly on every journey. If you give them your seat when you drop off your child, be sure that it fits their car and they know how to use it.


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66kW TURBO ENGINEF1 TECHNOLOGY: UNDER THE HOOD.Renault is using F1 technology to reduce engine capacity and number of cylinders by adding a boosting device (turbocharger)This in turn provides a powerful engine with similar performance to a much larger engine, a much improved fuel economy and reduced carbon emissions.The new Renault Sandero is fitted with Renault’s new 3-cylinder turbo engine, the 66kW Turbo Petrol Engine, a new engine that combines driving pleasure and provides outstanding efficiency. This F1 inspired engine ensures efficient pick-up and acceleration at all speeds, delivering 90% of its peak torque from as low as 1,650rpm and surprisingly low fuel consumption of only 5.2l/100km (NEDC combined cycle)

Featuring a very low inertia turbo (the lowest on the market) combined with Variable Valve Timing (VVT), the 66kW Turbo Petrol Engine boasts of the best driving enjoyment and fuel economy equation on the market

CLASS LEADING SAFETYThe new Renault Sandero offers unparalleled safety levels. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) with Emergency Brake Assist (EBA), Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), Hill Start Assist (HSA) and 4 airbags(2 front + 2 side)* ensure best-in-class safety is standard.

SMART TECHNOLOGYThe new Sandero boasts an array of technology to make life easier. Standard features include an integrated Radio/CD player system featuring Bluetooth®, USB, AUX connectivity, front electric windows, Remote central locking for increased convenience and fingertip controls behind the steering wheel. Perfect for making safe hands free calls and streaming music on the move. The new Sandero also features cruise control* for maximum comfort on your journey. *Model dependent.

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OBJECT OF DESIREThe New Renault Clio makes hearts melt. Sensuous curves, an expressive front end and sporty rear shoulders. The Renault logo takes centre stage on the radiator grille.

DESIRE IS IN EVERY DETAILSleek, aeroplane-wing dashboard design, accessible centre panel, digital speedometer for increased readability, height-adjustable driver's seat with a range of 70mm, height-and reach-adjustable steering column, choice of colours, chrome and gloss black materials... everything you need to create a modern and ergonomic car. Functional and safe, the New Clio has "motorway mode" indicators. Highly practical when overtaking, just press once to indicate three times.

ENGINEBased on a combination of innovative technologies, some hot off the race circuit, the new Energy engines are revolutionising current standards. They help the New Renault Clio to beat records for fuel economy and CO2 emissions while maintaining driving pleasure.

The New Renault Clio is the first model fitted with Renault’s first 3-cylinder turbo engine, the 66kW Turbo Petrol Engine, a new engine that combines driving pleasure and outstanding practicality. This all aluminium 3-cylinder 898cm³ engine ensures efficient pick-up and acceleration at all speeds. Featuring a very low inertia turbo (the lowest on the market) combined with Variable Valve Timing (VVT), the 66kW Turbo Petrol Engine boasts of the best driving enjoyment and fuel economy equation on the market.

Around town, driving is pleasant as 90% of the maximum torque (135 Nm) is available from 1650 rpm, meaning you don't need to change gear too often. Equipped with Stop & Start, it offers reduced fuel consumption (in a combined cycle) of 4.5 l/100 km*.

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For more info please contact Christa: Cell: 082 941 7143Email: [email protected]

As children of different ages need different gross and fine motor stimulation to help them achieve their age appropriate milestones the programme is broken into two age appropriate groups:

Tiny Tots (1 to 1½ Years)Tots (1½ to 3½ Years)

Moms come with their tots once a week for two hours of fun and learning. Classes are in the mornings or afternoons (or even Saturdays in some areas), and are limited to 12 Moms with their Tots.

During the Workshops, Mothers are actively involved in a non-intrusive, supportive way which encourages the Tots self-motivation and allows for bonding between them.

The Tiny Tots programme caters especially for little ones in the 12-18 month age group, allowing for their shorter attention span, with special emphasis on gross motor co-ordination. Hands on activities and "action play" are therefore of shorter duration.

As babies of different ages need different gross and fine motor stimulation to help them achieve their age appropriate milestones the programme is divided into three different age-appropriate groups:

Tiny Babes (2-6 Months)Babes (6-9 Months)Busy Babes (9-12 Months)

Mothers attend workshops with their baby once a week for, on average, one and a half hours. Workshops are offered every weekday and some franchises even offer Saturday workshops.

During this time moms get to learn how to stimulate their baby in a hands-on, fun, professional and social environment.

The Programme is designed to provide activities which help to stimulate gross and fine motor milestones; the areas of sensory development; progression of play; emotional and social development and parental education.

Tiny Babes (2-6 Months) Babes (6-9 Months) Busy Babes (9-12 Months)

Guided play and exploration with age appropriate toys Easy to do exercises for Mom and Baby Fun and movement to music “Feeling” experiences to educate the sense of touch

Enjoying special bonding time with your baby while enhancing your baby’s sensory-motor experience and making new friends

Janine : 082 675 5400

[email protected] www.momsandbabes.co.za

Tiny Babes (2-6 Months) Babes (6-9 Months) Busy Babes (9-12 Months)

Guided play and exploration with age appropriate toys Easy to do exercises for Mom and Baby Fun and movement to music “Feeling” experiences to educate the sense of touch

Enjoying special bonding time with your baby while enhancing your baby’s sensory-motor experience and making new friends

Janine : 082 675 5400

[email protected] www.momsandbabes.co.za

For more info please contact Lara: Cell: 084 497 9678Email: [email protected]

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We believe that every child is a flower waiting to blossom, and we will ensure their

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Any mother that has read a little bit about babies (even if it is just the label on the formula container), will be aware that breast is best.

But did you know that whilst a baby breastfeeds, they get much more than just the optimal nutrition that breast milk has to offer? In BabyGym, we learn that by simulating breastfeeding any parent can give these benefits to their babies.

HOLD YOUR BABY CLOSEMothers who bottle-feed can, however, also reap the benefits of the fact that babies are comforted by their mothers’ smell. When you bottle-feed, hold your baby close, so that he or she can be surrounded by your smell. Because this smell is familiar, it is calming to the babies and calm babies have a better rhythm when feeding and will consequently feed better and swallow less air.

You can even lay your baby on your bare chest, so that your baby can even

have the valuable skin on skin-closeness he or she would have had, if breastfed.

The distance from a mother’s breast to their eyes is the perfect distance for optimal visual stimulation. Your eyes are the perfect mobile, white and black, it moves and shines. Therefore, when you are feeding your baby, hold them the perfect distance from your face and make eye contact and as a result develop their sight. Eye contact is another way to relax a baby.

DEVELOP LANGUAGEWhen babies feed, they are busy strengthening their mouths, in order for them to be able to talk one day. It is therefore very important to teach babies communication skills when feeding them. Make eye contact and talk to them, while feeding.

DO THEY DRINK CORRECTLY?It is very important to make sure that your baby is sucking correctly. Whether you are breastfeeding or bottle feeding, your baby should latch correctly and have the correct rhythm when drinking. Babies who do not will often struggle from wind, cramps, colic or reflux.

It is good to consult a BabyGym instructor or breastfeeding specialist (even if you do not breastfeed); to make sure that your baby is latching

GET THE MOST OUT OF FEEDING-TIME and not just breastfeeding-time


By Lorraine van NiekerkBabyGym Instructor, Nelspruit

correctly and drinking well. Babies, who have a problem with these, may develop a speech impediment later. If you are bottle feeding your baby’s bottle teat should look like a human nipple and it is also beneficial if it is peristaltic.

OPENING THEIR EARSAnother benefit that correct sucking has for baby is; it clears their sinus passages and accordingly their inner-ears, hence reducing the chances for inner ear infections.

CHANGE SIDESYou would automatically switch sides mid-feeding or from feed to feed, when breastfeeding. BabyGym teaches us that when changing babies from side to side, they will turn their faces to the other side, giving the other side of their necks a good stretch; they will face the world with a different eye and consequently develop a different part of their brains.

So, when you are bottle feeding, remember to swop sides mid-feeding.

In conclusion, whether you are breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, remember the reason for feeding babies and feed them with love and you will get the most out of feeding!


We deliver and set-up the themed décor at your home (or we can even source a suitable party venue for you), and bring along all the extra party goodies you require. We can even supervise the children for you and play theme and age appropriate games during the birthday party or arrange some other form of entertainment for the children, for example a Clown, Magician or Puppet Show!

Monkey Magic has more than 60 themes to offer you. Please browse through our picture gallery on our website to see the Girls and Boys Themes we have available. If you don’t see the particular theme you’re looking for, please send us an email and we will gladly source it for you.

Monkey Magic specializes in the planning and setting up of themed children’s parties, taking care of all

aspects of the party for discerning parents.

For more information please contact Nicolette:Cell: 082 388 0594


But the fun is not limited to just catering for the kiddies. At Monkey Magic we understand the importance of getting everything just right when it comes to a corporate event, year end function, kitchen tea or a birthday for that someone special.

We are also fully prepared for this and can offer a wide selection of tents and marquees to accommodate just about any number of guests safely. We will supply the décor to any theme including the cutlery, crockery, linen and decorations. As an extra bonus we will also do the cleaning up for you after the fact ensuring that you have an enjoyable evening without the hassles of the morning after the night before.

Riverview is an independent English co-educational school from Grade 000 to Grade 7.

Our school morals are based on Christian ethos and values.

Tel/Fax: 013 790 0731Email: [email protected]

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The Tree-Top Challenge The Tree-Top Challenge is an elevated obstacle course or high ropes course, made up of interconnecting poles and trees that support various obstacles or elements between them.

Adventure PartiesWe offer different adventure party packages to suit everyone’s needs.

CONTACT INFOBookings: (013) 737 6747

Alt Tel: (013) 737 8374 or 082 825 0209 Email: [email protected]

Website: www.skywaytrails.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/skywaytrails

Address: Perry’s Bridge, Main Rd, Hazyview, Mpumalanga

FUN FAMILYCALENDAR

7 AUGUST 2014Brightside Comm-Un!-Tea for

CANSA 2014

8 AUGUST 2014SOS Children’s Village Gala Dinner

with PJ Powers

9 AUGUST 2014Basic Lightroom 5 Workshop

9 AUGUST 2014Pick n Pay Women’s Walk 2014

9 AUGUST 2014Women In Song

9 AUGUSTUS 2014Ilanga Trail Series, Mount Sheba

21 AUGUST 2014Mark’it – Advertising & Marketing Showcase

21 AUGUSTUS 2014Corporate Quiz, Bundu Lodge

28 AUGUST 2014Golf day in Aid of Kamagugu Inclusive, Nelspruit Golf Club

5 SEPTEMBER 2014Women’s Weekend with

Di Atherton

Events calendar supplied by:Cell: 082 828 [email protected] more details and events visit: www.ShowMeNelspruit.co.za

Information correct at time of sending to print but be sure to look online for updates and changes.


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Diane van der Walt

Charmone du Toit

Mom's brag board...Here's your chance mom! Send us pictures of your proud moments with a small description and we'll publish them on our very own brag board. Send your pictures to [email protected]

Ruan en Lindie Pienaar - Witrivier

Anzel Schoon (Nellie Miere)Joshua Schoon (Cecilia van Wyk)Jemma en Marno Hattingh

AG, MOEDER MA!

Ruben Botha

Mücke Jansen van Rensburg (2jaar 3maande) - SabieIshmael (3) and his sister Modjadji (5) Kriewelkousie kleuterskool

CUTE!

Laeeq Mahomedali

We Buy & Sell We Buy• Krugerrands• Gold Coins• SA Silver Coins• Numismatic Coins• ZAR Coins• Old Banknotes

• War Medals• Badges• Tokens• Famous Swiss

Watches (in any condition)

• Gold, Silver and Platinum JewelleryWe Sell

• Certified Diamonds at Wholesale Prices

For more information contact Leon RoosTel: 013 752 3071Cell: 084 370 [email protected] House Building, Nelspruit

NELSPRUITJEWEL EXCHANGE

BEST PRICES andFriendly Service is

GUARANTEED!

Mom, do you need some advice in a general way about selling your old jewelry? Or a reliable recommendation on where to take it to have cleaned or adjusted?

Or maybe you inherited something precious and you just want to transform them into something a little more “you”? Here at Nelspruit

Jewel Exchange we get it. And we understand the need for peace of mind when it comes to making the right decision with your valuables.

We also specialize in the buying and selling of old coins and notes. A formal written offer can also be supplied to you on request.

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We supply and install:• AlltypesofBlinds• Awnings• Carpets• Artificialturf• Woodenfloors• Shutters• LuxuryWoodLookVinylFlooring

MpumalangaBlindsandFlooringfollowsinternationaltrends

andtechnologytoofferourclientsthebestproductsfortheir

applicationandneeds.Ourunrivalledinstallationandmeasuringexperienceandserviceensuresthat

youenjoyabeautifulresult!

013 752 3082 | 082 339 [email protected] | www.mbf.co.za12CentralPark,12SuikerrietStr,Nelspruit1200

home sweet home

SERVICES:LANDSCAPING, IRRIGATION AND GARDEN & POOL MAINTENANCE

Landscaping | Irrigation | Garden Maintenance

Piet Van Zyl | 074 412 2054Nantis Brits 083 279 7580

Brian Botha | 082 218 5730Email: [email protected]

Website: www.tranquilitygardens.co.za

Investment Art Brokers & Professional

Conservation FramingTel: 013 753 2980

Shop 16 Nelspruit Crossing

Tel: 013 744 1956Cell: 082 468 2647

[email protected]

WE SUPPLY• Blinds

• Security Doors• Laminated Flooring

AFFORDABLE EFFECTIVEADVERTISINGAffordable advertising, reaching 15000 households in the lowveld!

CONTACT YULANDI TO BOOK YOUR PLACE TODAY! Cell: 083 462 8527



SUPPLIER OF ALL DANCE SHOES, CLOTHES & ACCESSORIES

CLASSES IN WHITE RIVER, NELSPRUIT & HAZYVIEW

Tanya Edwards082 451 [email protected] www.danceshoppe.co.za

Dr. Karen Kromhout & Dr. Auke van der Meulen

Tandartse | Dental Surgeons BChD (Pret)

Tel: 013 751 3144Email: [email protected] Lifestyle CentreWhite River, 1240 www.mysmaile.co.za

Die grondslag van ons skool is gegrond op Christelike normes en waardes. Afrikaanse

onderrig vanaf 18 maande tot Gr. R

31 Murray Straat, Nelspruit Tel/Faks: 013 752 4491

[email protected]

Cecilia van WijkKleuterskool 1960 - 2014

WIJKIE-BYTJIES.

Ingrid Scheepers - 083 417 7301Email - [email protected]

We LOVE Cooking - Anything is possible in Ingrids Kitchen!

INGRID’S KITCHEN

RIVERSIDE SPICE EMPORIUM

Tel: 013 752 4994 | Email: [email protected] Rapid Street | Riverpark, Unit 5

Riverside Industrial | Nelspruit

STOCKIST OF• Arabian Spices /Indian Masala

• Herbs / Seasonings• Variety Seeds , Flours, Lentils & Rice

• & Many More• Pure Spices – No Blends

• GMO FREEFRESH DATES ARRIVED FROM DUBAI, SAUDI AND NAMIBIA

It’s easy! Invite all of your friends & come and have an action cricket, action netball or action soccer birthday party!

BOOK YOUR ACTION SPORTS PARTY NOW!Pierre: 079 520 3231Mariette: 082 895 7508Office: 013 752 7495


NADIA vd [email protected]

NELSPRUIT JUMPING CASTLES

Jumping Castles & Sliders

FOR RENT!We also do cupcakes, party

packs and rent out tables,

chairs & linen.

Ideal for a perfect

party or event

Jumping Mania

Adri SwanepoelCell: 082 464 1889

Tel: 013 750 0642

[email protected]

Franktownsend Str 31

Witrivier, 1240

The Scrappy ShackAll your Scrapping needs right here in my Shack!

We supply materials for all your project needs, from

school, office and home use.

• Established 2009• Dedicated to giving our “little cubs”

the best learning experience• Modern, airy classroom with

large play area•Grade RRR, RR & R

• Cub Sport, Mini Cricket, Art andvarious other activities are all part of

our daily activities

Contact Details: 013 753 3864 / 082 625 6999

CORPORATE CLOTHING AND GIFT SPECIALISTS.

ILZE SCHULTZ082 556 5695

Branding for your success

• HELIUM BALLOONS • BALLOON ARCHES• BALLOON COLUMNS & PILLARS• BALLOON DECOR

Delivery to your venue!

Shanine McDonald071 365 5987 | [email protected]

www.heliumparty.co.zaHelium balloons done one site! Birthdays | Stork | Blimps Bachelorette parties | Wedding balloon releases

All done on site! MrHelium

& Co


The most unique Movement Education Programme in theworld! Designed by specialists, endorsed by therapists & teachers & loved by children. Monkeynastix concentrates on:

For more information please have a look at our website:www.monkeynastixonline.co.za

Nelspruit/Barberton: Rolandi 082 827 8359White River: Marle 082 304 9664

General FitnessGymnatics Basic Movement SkillsAerobicsSpeed and AgilityCardio Vascular FitnessMotor Imitation Skills

Suzette van Zyl: 083 522 0557

[email protected]

Suzette van Zyl: 083 522 [email protected]

LOWVELD MOBILE STUDIO

WORKSHOPS | CRAFT KITSPARTIES & EVENTS

MONTHLY CLUBS | ART SUPPLIES

Necklaces available at Mopani& Van Heerden Pharmacies.Enquiries: 082 789 5421

NO CHEWING REQUIRED• JUST SKIN CONTACT• 100% ORGANIC ANALGESIC (pain resistor)• BOOST IMMUNE SYSTEM• REDUCE STRESS

Teething blues? Natural teething relief

For more info or to place orders please

contact us on: Tel: 013 762 3068/9


WE STOCK A WIDE VARIETY OF YOUR FAVORITE FROZEN TREATS!

VISIT OUR SHOP!11 Stinkhout Crecent, Nelspruit

For more info or any questions contact: Elzanne van der WaltCell: 084 900 0144E- mail: [email protected]

Clamber Club SPORT Nelspruit

LEAP into our world! Sensory and Perceptual motor Programme for Preschoolers aged 2-6 years

Engage children in age-appropriate and fun-filled activities, to KICK-start an energetic lifestyle.


MAMMA MAAK LEER LEKKER VIR GR.R - GR.3. Een dag kursus (Saterdag).ongeveer 3.5 ure lank. R550 per mamma.sluit in boekie en verversings

MAAK LEER LEKKERmet hierdie kursusse

STUDIEMETODES VIR GR.4 - GR.7Dit sal oor 3 Saterdae verloop. 3ure per Saterdag. R1300 vir mamma en kind saam.

Skakel ons vir meer inligting:Tell - 082 979 1308www.bio-link.co.za

The sequence and duration of your baby’s development phases hold the key to performance

at school 6 years later? Reaching each milestone indicates a brain development milestone.

BabyGym 2: Firm Foundations

• For five weeks mom and baby share quality time in a structured and fun way

• Only one 1 hour once a week

• Learn a new technique in every session to stimulate baby’s senses, brain & muscles

• Moms, dads and caregivers are welcome

• Babies between birth and walking are welcome too!

Week 1 – The importance of touch and massage

A relaxed baby eats well, sleeps longer and develops better?

Week 2 – The importance of movement and balance

Movement develops stronger muscles and a positive self- image?

Week 3 – The importance of sucking, suckling and neck control

Stimulating the senses of taste and smell helps the development of the eyes and ears to make

reading, writing, spelling and maths easy one day?

A strong and stable neck is a major milestone?

Week 4 – Why both eyes and both ears must work together

Babies prefer the sound of the human voice to any other sound?

The eyes are to the brain what the mouse is to the computer?

Strong tummy and back muscles help the eyes to turn in all

directions – ready to learn and shine with intelligence?

Week 5 – Prevent hyperactivity and poor concentration – coordinate and control those arms

and legs

Babies need to move a lot before they are 2 years old so that they can sit still in school one

day? Week 5 saves you money – please do NOT buy reclining chairs, walking rings or dangling

contraptions – a six-pack and straight back starts with tummy time on a blanket? Low muscle

tone can be prevented?

All you need to know is how to play!

Graduation Day

Mom, dad and baby get their first certificate!

Remember: What you do or don’t do, impacts

on your baby’s braindevelopment

– Do BabyGym and build a better brain!

Contact Lorraine van Niekerk, BabyGym intructor in Nelspruit, for any questions

083 60 58 683 [email protected]

Baby’s first two years are brimming with

opportunities for movement and play

to ensure optimal development of your baby’s

brain and limbs, social & language skills, feelings,

& thought processes.

Unfortunately, we as parents sometimes

miss these opportunities.

Contact Lorraine van Niekerk, BabyGym

intructor in Nelspruit, for any questions:

Cell: 083 60 58 683


BabyGym helps you make every

precious moment count!

Kindermusik is a music and movement programme for all children from newborn to seven years. Teaching your child early language, literacy, maths, social-emotional,

motor, cognitive and physical skills through music.

By moving and dancing to music and playing simple instruments, children improve their gross and fine motor skills. Activities that encourage freedom within a fun and friendly structure spark their creativity. And of course, they develop a lifelong love of music.

website: www.kindermusik.co.za/ www.kindermusik.com Contact: Eulonka at 082 954 0113 or email: [email protected]





For more info contact: Eulonka: 082 954 0113 or email: [email protected]

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

www.kindermusik.co.za/www.kindermusik.com

Call us today for a FREE assessment

BUILD A BRIGHTER

FUTURE FOR YOUR CHILD

kipmcgrath.co.za013 741 5356

Kip McGrath’s qualified teachers create individual tutoring programs for your child, using proven Kip McGrath methods of tuition.

Maths Reading English Spelling Comprehension Afrikaans (new)

For more info please contact Maryke du ToitCell: 082 818 0913 | [email protected] | Like us on Facebook

We are a unique and diverse dance programme that is offered as an after school activity for both boys and girls from Grade 000 – Grade 7. Teaching children technique and rhythm, and increasing their overall self-confidence.


THE LOWVELD SEWING ACADEMY

*First 5 new onrollments receive -30% on class fees•Curriculum levels 1 - 4.(kids ,teenagers, adults) •Holiday Programs (bookings essential)• Short courses

SURETTE BRAACK: Cell: 083 400 1849Tel: 013 752 3425Email: [email protected]

I CAN SEWSEW CAN YOU!

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